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The university challenge
Campus & Community

The university challenge

As public trust in higher education falters, WashU leans into our strengths of affordability, career readiness and open dialogue.
September 8, 2026
Published In Washington Magazine
Low-carb diet delivers added liver benefits beyond weight loss
Nutrition & Wellness

Low-carb diet delivers added liver benefits beyond weight loss

WashU Medicine researchers led a clinical trial testing three diets with different proportions of fat and carbohydrates and found all of them improved metabolic health, but a ketogenic plan had additional benefits for liver health and blood sugar control.
August 27, 2026
Published In Newsroom Stories
A guide for new college students
Students

A guide for new college students

Leading WashU experts offer first-time college students their advice on topics such as how to thrive socially and academically and how to take care of physical and emotional well-being.
July 30, 2026
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